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Sony's wireless streaming powerhouse

It's way more than an ordinary home theater receiver. Sony's STR-DN1030 sets a new benchmark for convenience when it comes to playing music from your wireless devices. AirPlay®, Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi® — it's all here, along with seven channels of amplification and cutting-edge surround sound processing.

Apple® AirPlay for iTunes® music and more

Listen to iTunes? Apple's AirPlay technology lets you enjoy your music wirelessly. The STR-DN1030 has it built right in, so it's a simple matter of adding the receiver to your wireless network to access the songs in your library. You can stream your selections to the receiver from your computer or from a handheld device like an iPhone® or iPad®. Plus, AirPlay works with other audio apps on your handheld device, like Spotify® and iHeart® Radio (registration or subscription may be required). AirPlay requires a wireless home network and a connection between the receiver and network.

Built-in Bluetooth®

Your music favorites may be on your laptop or smartphone. Bluetooth wireless technology makes it easy to listen to them all without having to connect your devices to the receiver with cables. No more plugging your phone in through its headphone jack or clearing the decks to connect the computer.

Wi-Fi included — no dongle required

With built-in Wi-Fi and an Ethernet port, the 'DN1030 is ready to connect to your home network, either wirelessly or via a wired connection. Watch movies, listen to songs and view photos stored on your computer. Access a virtually limitless variety of free music via Internet radio stations streaming from around the world, or choose from a growing variety of online music services like Pandora® Internet radio or Slacker®.

Sony also offers free, downloadable apps for your iPhone or Android™ smartphone so you can use it as a convenient Wi-Fi remote. Full control is in the palm of your hand with a remote that won't get lost in the sofa cushions.

Great for movie viewing too

You can depend on Sony's STR-DN1030 to deliver riveting surround sound with Blu-ray movies, DVDs, TV shows, and video games. It can pump out 100 watts of amplification to each of your home theater speakers, plus it has onboard processing for the latest digital surround sound formats.

Cable clutter out — sublime picture quality in

The 'DN1030's HDMI switching lets you connect up to five high-definition video components. With both audio and video signals going via HDMI, you'll have convenient single-cable connections to your compatible high-def components, and just one cable running to your TV. Plus, the 'DN1030's video processing helps you get a better picture with older video sources like a VCR or non-HD cable box: just hook them up to the receiver with analog cables, and it sends a cleaner-looking digital signal to your TV via HDMI.

Easy system setup and control

Sony knows that most rooms present acoustic hurdles that can make setting up your system in the traditional way a time-consuming hassle. That's why they've included their auto speaker calibration, which takes away the pain, making setup quick, simple, and accurate. Just plug in the included microphone, place it in your favorite seat, and the 'DN1030 automatically adjusts the volume and delay settings for each speaker. The result is precise, well-balanced home theater sound, custom-tailored for your specific room and speakers. And with Sony's intuitive on-screen menu, selecting sources and preferences is just a convenient click away.

Receivers: Your ticket to sensational sound

Your receiver powers your speakers and lets you connect and select your entertainment sources. But a great receiver does a lot more  it ignites your emotions. From the passion of a favorite musical artist, to the crossfire of a super-charged movie soundtrack, to the intensity and immersion of a fast-paced video game, your receiver is the key to experiencing and enjoying it in full.

Front Height: You can enjoy vertical sound
effects if you connect two additional Front-Height speakers in Dolby Pro
Logic IIz mode. No Surround Back speakers in this configuration.

B-Speakers: If you are only connecting a 5.2ch speaker
system, you can use the Surround Back/Front Height/Front B channels as a
Speaker B output, allowing you to place a pair of speakers in another room
of the house. Speaker B can be played at the same time of Speaker A, or by
itself.

Bi-Amp: If you are not using the Surround Back/Front
Height/Front B channels at all, you can connect them to your front speakers
using a bi-amplifier connection (provides better sound quality for front
speakers).

Digital Cinema Auto Calibration (DCAC): The Sony STR-DN1030
is equipped with Digital Cinema Auto Calibration Technology which uses the
included microphone to automatically check the speaker connections, adjust the
speaker output levels, calculate the distance from each speaker to the listening
position, and distinguish frequency characteristics of each speaker. The
microphone has an 15' cord attached that plugs into the microphone input on
front of the receiver. You can also choose to manually adjust the AV receiver's
speaker settings.

Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.) Mode: The Auto Format Direct (A.F.D.)
mode allows you to listen to high fidelity sound and select the decoding mode
for listening to a 2-channel stereo sound as multi-channel. You can set the
A.F.D. mode to Auto or Multi Stereo.

A.F.D. Auto: Presets the sound as it was
recorded/encoded without adding any surround effects.

Note: Dolby Digital and DTS listening modes can only be
selected if your audio source is connected to the A/V preamplifier via a
digital audio connection (HDMI, optical, or coaxial). To enjoy true 7.1ch
Dolby Digital TrueHD and DTS-HD surround sound, the preamp must be connected
to your Blu-ray player via HDMI.

HD Digital Cinema Sound (HD D.C.S): HD Digital Cinema Sound
(HD-D.C.S.) is Sony's new innovative home theater technology using the latest
acoustic and digital signal processing technologies. It is based on precise
response measurement data of a mastering studio. With this mode, you are able to
enjoy Blu-ray and DVD movies at home with not only the high quality of sound,
but also the best sound ambience, just as the movie's sound engineer intended in
the mastering process. You can choose from the following HD-D.C.S modes -
Dynamic, Theater, Studio, Berlin Philharmonic Hall, Jazz Club, Live Concert,
Stadium, Sports, Portable Audio.

Analog Direct: The receiver's Analog Direct mode outputs
audio from only the front left and right speakers without any tone or DSP
processing; only the volume and front speaker balance adjustments are active.

HP 2CH: Sets the receiver to power only the front left
and right speakers, no surround and no subwoofer. Two channel sources bypass
the sound field processing and multi channel sources are down-mixed to 2
channels.

HP Direct: Amplifies the source without any processing,
only the volume and front speaker balance adjustments are active.

D.L.L. (Digital Legato Linear): The Digital Legato Linear
function is a Sony proprietary technology that allows low quality digital audio
signals and analog audio signal to be played back with high quality sound.

Sound Optimizer: The Sound Optimizer lets you enjoy clear
and dynamic sound at low volume levels. It automatically calibrates the sound
which cannot be heard well when you turn down the volume level. After Auto
Calibration is performed, the sound level is optimized to suit your environment.

Auto Volume:
Auto Volume adjusts the volume automatically depending on
the input signal or content from the connected equipment. This function is
useful, for example, when the sound of a commercial is louder than the TV
programs.

Dynamic Range Compressor: This feature allows you to compress
the dynamic range of the sound track. You can select standard or maximum compression,
or off (only works with Dolby Digital sources).

Equalizer: You can adjust the tonal quality (bass and treble
level) of the front speakers from -6dB to +6dB, in 1dB steps.

Digital Inputs: The receiver has two optical digital inputs
and one coaxial digital input (all assignable). You can choose auto decoding or
PCM for the digital audio inputs. Auto will decode the signal in its
original form (Dolby Digital, DTS, PCM, etc), PCM decodes the signal to
2-channel.

Headphones: When headphones are plugged into the full-size
1/4" jack on the front panel, all the speakers are automatically muted. The
receiver offers two distinct headphone sound modes.

Video Features

7 HD Inputs: The Sony
STR-DN1030 is equipped with five HD inputs. Five HDMI v.1.4 inputs (up to
1080/24p capable) let you connect a high-definition satellite receiver, Blu-ray
Disc player, and game system for high definition video and audio. Two component
inputs (1080/60i capable) provide added HD-capable connectivity and versatility.

HDMI: The receiver is equipped with five HDMI v.1.4
inputs for connecting HDMI-equipped audio/video components. All five HDMI
inputs are capable of carrying uncompressed
digital audio and 3D 1080p video There is also an HDMI v.1.4 output
which supports the ARC function that feeds audio/video signals to an HDTV.

x.v.Color: The AV receiver supports x.v.Color, offering a
wider color range than the current broadcast standard. For the x.v.Color feature
to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).

Deep Color: The Sony receiver also supports Deep Color which
allows the color depth of video signals passing through HDMI to be raised. The
number of colors that could be expressed by 1 pixel was 24 bits (16,777,216
colors) with a standard HDMI jack. However, the number of colors which can be
expressed by 1 pixel is 36 bits with a Deep Color enabled HDMI jack. Since the
gradation of the depth of a color can be expressed more finely with more bits,
continuous color changes can be more smoothly expressed. For the Deep Color
feature to be useful, the entire video production chain must be compatible
(camera-editing-format-player-display).

A/V Sync: The audio output can be delayed so that the time
gap between the audio output and the visual display is minimized. This is
especially helpful when you are using a large LCD or plasma TV or a projection
TV. When activated, the delay can be adjusted from 0-300 ms or set to Auto.

ARC (Audio Return Channel): This feature allows audio to be
sent from your compatible HDTV to your receiver through the same HDMI cable
already being used to send audio and video to your HDTV. This eliminates the
need for extra cables connected to your television.

Front A/V Input: The Sony AV receiver is equipped with a front-panel
A/V input which consists of a composite video input and stereo audio RCA input.

Network & Tuner Functions

Network Connection: The Sony STR-DN1030 A/V receiver features
a rear-panel Ethernet (RJ-45) port and built-in WiFi that allow you to connect the
receiver to your home network via a hardwired or wireless connection. By connecting
the A/V receiver to your home network you are able to stream select Internet Radio
services and audio/video media stored on your window-based PC to your home audio
system. The Sony A/V receiver offers an on-screen setup wizard to configure the
receiver to your home's network. The following system environment is required to
use the network function of this receiver.

Broadband Line Connection: A Broadband line connection
to the Internet is required in order to listen to select online music
services and to use the software update function of the receiver.

Modem: This is the device that is connected to the
broadband line to communicate with the Internet. Some of these devices are
integrated with the router.

DLNA Certified Media Player: By connecting the Sony
STR-DN1030 to your home's network, you can listen to music stored on your DLNA
compliant PC through your home's entertainment system. The Sony STR-DN1030's
media player function supports Windows-based PCs only.If you
have a Windows 7-based computer, use the Windows Media Player 12 bundled with
Windows 7. If you have a Windows XP or Windows Vista-based computer, install
Windows Media Player 11 software. The receiver supports the following media
files.

Party Streaming: You can play music in other rooms
simultaneously by connecting Sony products which are compatible with DLNA and
the Party Streaming function.

Music Services: You can listen to select music services
offered on the internet with this receiver. You'll be able to enjoy some of the
web's most popular internet radio services; vTuner, Music Unlimited, Pandora,
and Slacker (as of 7/24/2012). The STR-DN1030
will display station name and program-related information on your TV, via the
receiver's on-screen menu (HDMI only). You can store up to 20 of your favorite
internet radio stations.

Online Music Services

Description

vTuner

The Sony A/V Receiver uses the free online
vTuner service to allow easy browsing of internet radio stations and
podcasts. vTuner enables access to web-based radio stations and podcasts
via an extremely reliable online database with a wide variety of content.
You can browse content by Genre, Location, Language, and Favorites.

Music Unlimited

Music Unlimited offers you unlimited
access to millions of songs from every major label. Forget syncing
MP3 files across multiple devices; simply connect to the cloud to
instantly experience the music you love anytime, anyplace. Enjoy
timeless favorites or dare to try something new; all without paying
for each track or album.

Pandora

Free, personalized internet radio
playing only music you love. Pandora brings an effortless personal
soundtrack into your living room. Enter your favorite artists and
enjoy stations created just for you. Rate songs as they play,
because Pandora caters to your tastes and adapts stations to your
feedback on the spot.

Slacker

Slacker is a free personalized radio
service with millions of songs from thousands of artists. Simply
select your favorite type of music from one of over 120
expert-programmed genre stations. As you listen, give feedback and
the station becomes personalized just for you.

AM/FM Tuner: The STR-DN1030 has 30 presets each for AM and
FM for a total of 60. In addition to preset and auto tuning, stations can be tuned
directly by frequency. Each preset station can be given an 8 character name.

Software Update: By downloading the latest version of
software from Sony, you can take advantage of the newest functions. The receiver
accesses the Sony server to update the software through its hardwired network
connection. The A/V receiver tested featured software version s9025.1035.0 (as of
7/24/2012). Visit the
Sony eSuport website for the latest software updates.

USB/iPod Functions

Sony Compatible USB Port: You can enjoy music from select
Sony USB devices (Walkman/MicroVault/NWZ-series) by connecting the device to the
receiver's front-panel USB (type-A) port. The Sony USB device must be formatted
with FAT16 or FAT32. You can playback the following music files - MP3 (32-320
kbps), WMA (48-192 kbps), and AAC (48-320 kbps). The receiver can recognize up
to 100 folders and 100 audio files in each folder, per device. You are able to
control Play/Pause, Stop, Fast Forward/Rewind, Skip (previous/next), and Folder
(up/down) functions of your connected Sony USB device. The receiver will also
charge your Sony USB device while connected to the front-panel USB port (0.5A).

Note: See page 55 of the AV receiver's Operating
Instructions for compatible Sony USB devices
(Walkman/MicroVault/NWZ-series). Other USB devices cannot be used on this
receiver.

Audio Playback: The USB (type-A) port on the front-panel
provides convenient connection for your iPod, iPhone, or iPad. The USB
connection means that the digital audio signal from your iPod, iPhone, or
iPad is transmitted directly to the system, minimizing noise interference
and allowing use of the receiver's DAC, not the DAC in your Apple device.
This results in more precise sound reproduction. You can navigate your
iPod/iPhone's music via the system's on-screen menu and remote control, or
continue to use your iPod/iPhone's clickwheel or touchscreen. You can browse
your iPod/iPhone's music content via Playlist, Artist, Album, Song, Genre,
Composer, Podcast, or Audiobook. You can also control Repeat & Shuffle
functions. Song/artist
information and Album Art will display on your connected TV. Your
iPod/iPhone's battery will be charged (max. 0.5A) while connected.

AirPlay Compatible: AirPlay lets you stream your favorite
songs directly from your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad, or from your iTunes
library on your PC or Mac to the Sony STR-DN1030, over your home network
connection. By downloading
Apple's free "Remote" application onto your iPod touch, iPhone, or iPad you
don't even need to be in the same room as the components or your computer to
play, pause, skip, and stop the songs in your iTunes music library. You will
even see the iTunes music information, including your track titles and artist
info via the Sony receiver's on-screen menu (via HDMI).

Note: To use the AirPlay feature you need a Mac or
Windows-based PC running iTunes (10.1 or later) connected to your wireless
home network. Your iPod touch, iPhone, and iPad must have iOS 4.2 or later
installed and connected to the same wireless home network.

Note: Apple iPod/iPhone software updates may change
functionality results. If you download a newer software version, you may
need to reset the unit and your iPod/iPhone to regain functionality. If this
doesn't work, you may need to wait until a newer software update is
available.

Convenience Features

On-Screen Menu (via HDMI): You can display the receiver's on-screen
menu on your HDMI connected TV screen and select
the function you want to use from the on-screen menu using the included IR
remote control. If your TV is connected to the composite video or component
video monitor output, you will need to use the AV receiver's front-panel display
when changing settings.

Dual Zone: In addition to the main listening room, you can
also enjoy audio playback from a different source in another room (Zone 2)
of your home using the receiver's Zone 2 Line Output. By using the Zone 2 line-level outputs on
the Sony STR-DN1030, you can connect an external receiver or integrated amplifier,
allowing you to still listen to 7.1ch surround in the main room and 2ch stereo playback
of a different audio source in another room of your home. The volume of the secondary
zone is controlled by your Zone 2's integrated amplifier.

Compatible Zone Sources: Only Tuner and Analog input
sources are processed through Zone 2. You cannot select different AM/FM radio stations
for your main room and Zone 2.

Built-in Bluetooth: The Sony STR-DN1030 offers built-in Bluetooth
version 2.1 + EDR with support for A2DP (Advanced Audio Distribution Profile)
and AVRCP 1.3 (Audio Video Remote Control Profile). You can stream audio from
your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone to the Sony STR-DN1030 and control basic
playback functions (such as Play/Pause, Stop, Fast Forward/Reverse,
Next/Previous Track) from the A/V receiver's remote control. Metadata
(song/artist information) is not transferred via Bluetooth. You can pair up to
9 Bluetooth devices with the STR-DN1030 (but only one can be used at a time).

Note: Due to the differences in Bluetooth technology,
some Bluetooth enabled devices may be incompatible, function improperly, or
may not support all features when used with the Sony STR-DN1030.

Input Naming: You can enter
a name of up to 8 characters for each of the receiver's inputs (except Tuner)
and display the name on its display. This is convenient for labeling the jacks
with the names of your connected components.

Input Mode: When you
connect components to both digital and analog audio input jacks on the receiver,
you can fix the audio input mode to either of them, or switch from one to the
other, depending on the type of material you intend to watch.

Sleep Timer: The unit
may be set to automatically turn off after 30, 60, 90, or 120 minutes.

Dimmer: You can adjust the brightness of the display in 3
steps; Dim Max, Dim Mid, and Dim Off.

Auto Standby: Auto Standby lets you set the receiver switch to standby
mode automatically after 30 minutes when you do not operate the receiver or when
there is no signal input to the receiver.

Remote Control

Multibrand Remote: The supplied remote (RM-AAP078) is
pre-coded to control this Sony receiver, Sony TVs, Sony CD players, Sony DVD
players and recorders, and Sony Blu-ray disc players and recorders. You can also
program this remote to control non-Sony audio/video components. You can also
change the initial settings of the input buttons on the remote control to suit
the components in your system.

Bravia Theater Sync: Sony's Bravia Theater Sync feature
allows you to easily manage select BRAVIA televisions and Sony HDMI audio and
video components with a single remote. By connecting Sony components that are
compatible with the HDMI Control function with a HDMI cable, operation is
simplified in the following ways.

One-Touch-Play: When you playback a component such as a
DVD/Blu-ray Disc Player, the receiver and the TV are turned on automatically
and switch to the appropriate HDMI input.

System Audio Control: While watching TV, you can select
to output the sound from the TV speaker or the speakers connected to the
receiver.

System Power Off: When you turn off the TV, the
receiver and connected components are also turned off simultaneously.

Remote App Control: Download Sony's free Media Remote and Network Audio
Remote apps from the iTunes or Google play app stores and use your compatible
Apple iOS or Android device to control volume, inputs and receiver function with
the Media Remote app; and control your network music with the Network Audio Remote
app.

Note: The Media & Network Audio Remote apps require that the Sony
A/V receiver and your Apple iOS, Android, or Sony remote device be connected
to the same wireless network with the remote device connected through an
802.11 access point (802.11n recommended).

IR In/Out: The Sony AV receiver is equipped with a 3.5mm IR
input/output which accepts IR repeater systems, enabling you to operate
components connected to the receiver behind a closed door or controlling the
receiver's Zone 2.

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Awesome A/V receiver!

Written By NoLimePlease, Portland, Or on Saturday, November 09, 2013

Stereo receivers seem to have fallen behind the rest of the world as far as adapting new technology. This receiver from Sony seems to have gotten it done. Surely not with any elegance, or style, but with great functionality and some subtle enjoyable perks thrown in. I just bought this unit as a new return. I immediately understood why the unit was returned. If you don't take the time to figure it out, read the manual, and practice some patience... You would return it, too. However after taking a quick scan through the manual, hooking up 3 of my 7 speakers, actually reading the manual and understanding the unit, I have been pleasantly rewarded with great sound and super fun features! Before I purchased the receiver, I read a lot of poor reviews on this unit. But it had the stuff I wanted, I found it cheap, and I'm a "take a chance" kind of guy. So I got it. I feel the poor reviews are purely from lack of understanding the unit and how it functions. I've been messing with it, reading the book, messing with it again for at least three hours. And I still have four more speakers to hook up! All in all, a awesome amp. And a great start to the new generation of connectivity. Thanks, Sony.

Pros:Super awesome sound, speaker matching, and auto-calibration. Well written and navigable manual. Packed with cool features! Shorter unit depth is a plus. iPod/iPhone /Bluetooth controls work in both directions, ie: volume and track control work on the sony remote as well as unit functions work on your media device.
Did I mention this is a awesome amp?

Cons:Haha there's a certain review out there that digs hard into sony for their horrible on screen interface. Yup, it's bad... But it does get the job done! The interface comes, just be patient. Now that I know to wait a whole 10 seconds for it to pop up, I'm not bothered so much by it.
I still haven't figured out how to play video games while using the pass through for HDMI while listening to music. There may be a way....

grate reciver but

Written By aj, ohio on Wednesday, October 16, 2013

I got this to replace an old Yamaha I love it but I hate the gui menu as we all do it looks like dos on crack the input switching is slow but after a few weeks you stop noticing I have the sony DLHX55750 hdtv and ps3 all on the new ps3 remote that controls the 3 very nicely verry little setup required for the remote a must if your running this as your HT and for the money its a grate add on 4 stars would have been 5 but the gui gets a - 1 star

The Sony STR-DN1030

I purchased this unit to replace an older Sony receiver that I had for over 10 years.. I have a mix of speakers connected to it, JBL bookshelfs, Advent Satellites, JBL center channel, Mach two loudspeakers, an Infinity powered sub, and an AudioSource powered sub.. I'm using a Sony 55', Led, 3-D, Smart Tv and Sony 3-D Blue-ray all connected via HDMI. This system altogether sounds perfect to me, and the Bravia interface works flawless together. I have no complaints with this receiver, it also works great with bluetooth devices, I have it hooked it up to my Sony Ericsson phone, and my daughters Iphone 4s and have also used them as remote controls as well. I am able to adjust the sound settings with my TV interface instead of the receivers Gui interface, which is much more convenient.

Great all-around receiver

Really like this A/V receiver. Very flexible with lots of capability. Easily integrates with other components, especially other Sony products. I use the second zone to feed an amp for playing music on on my patio and game room. I can control the music via Air Play so I don't have to run inside to change stations or fiddle with settings. Still discovering all the capability of this unit. Surround sound is excellent through Polk Audio in-wall speakers. Very happy with set up and installation.

Pros:Lots of capabilities--probably more than I'll ever use.

Cons:Sometimes tries to "out-think" you: Will turn on/control other Sony components when I didn't intend it to. I probably can disable this function, but haven't taken the time to figure that out yet. More of an occasional nuisance.

Great Service after the Sale and great AV Receiver Value

I bought this unit to replace an outdates Sony receiver which I had set up with an older Bose Accoustimass speaker system. The AV receiver arrived very quickly. After setting it up and connecting the wires, I noticed that the autocal was not working, and I was getting output to 4 of my 5 speakers but not to the rear left surround speaker. The tech support team at Crutchfied were most helpful. Various techs worked with me and we ran several tests. It turned out that they determined that there may be a fault in the Sony AV receiver and was nice enough to swap it out and pay for the postage.

I am happy to say that with a wire tracer and some diligence I reconnected the new unit and everything works GREAT now.

This Sony AV receiver is a great value for the money. Sony has been building AV receivers for years and I believe they GOT IT RIGHT. The inputs switch automatically to match the connected device. Once going through the problems I had, I was able to use the transmitter. Some reviews say it is not laid out well, I tend to differ. I love that this unit is WiFi and Bluetooth capable. The sound is GREAT and it is easy to TWEAK the sound levels so as to allow me to raise the center speaker level so I can hear with my "OLD EARS" dialog in movies.

I am learning every day, and am looking into which SOUND FIELDS are appropriate for what I am doing. I love my new SONY AV Receiver.

I will buy from CRUTCHFIELD all the time as they are THERE to help. THANKS CRUTCHFIELD..GOOD JOB.

Pros:Easy set up; Great value for the money; Great sound; WiFi; Bluetooth Great if you are a "CORD CUTTER" to hook up multiple set-top devices; Control from mobile phone.

Sony STR-DN1030

Pros:Works like it should. The up-conversion to 1080i is a plus. Bluetooth feature works well.

Cons:The owners manual leaves a lot to be desired. Seems to be too focused on accommodating other Sony products. Wireless feature is weak unless you
have an access point right next to it. Plan on hard-wiring to Internet.

Sony STR-DN1030

I have been very satisfied with the Sony STR-DN1030. It has been easy to set up and use. I use it as the hub for all my AV system. The Airplay is a great bonus. I am very satisfied and would highly recommend for the home user.

Pros:Many inputs,

Cons:Not sure I will ever use SEN (Sony Entertainment Network) I was hoping that the Receiver had apps available to connect with services such as Pandora.

Over all rather nice

Written By Merlyn, Newton on Friday, March 08, 2013

Plenty of power, extremely disappointing that the available specs from Sony don't mention that to use the a/b speaker choice you give up running the full 7.1 set-up. I went with this model to be able to do both- it was easy enough to work around with a good a/b selector box, but still seriously cuts into my reason for moving up the Sony line. The on screen display is slow to load, as is switching between video sources. Auto mute is the default mode which I've yet to find a way to turn off. But for all of its quirks the sound is clean.

(Update 3/28/13) The flaws in using this unit just keep mounting up. Most of the controls are available solely through the amazingly slow and quirky on-screen menu. Getting the menu to turn on is reminiscent of playing the lottery, sure you pushed the button, but will it really load this time, and if it does will the controls respond the same way as last time.
The Auto cal. feature sounds great- save that it reads my room as three times larger than it is and thinks that boost the sub-woofer 3db in relation to the rest of the speakers is "balanced". Of course you CAN set up the speakers manually, which works somewhat, though seems to interfere with the unit decoding 7.1 sources correctly (as in sending sound to all speakers and recognizing the 7.1 data, not sound levels.)
It is clearly meant as a limited theater set-up, using it for music and expect even more annoyance. The HMDI control demands that the tv turns on every time the receiver is turned on. Turn off the tv and shut down the system, The second time through powering up the unit and it will let you keep the receiver on and not the tv- not the second time ever mind you, the second time each and every time in a row. Which I guess is okay, since you need time to get the remote and turn off the enforced auto-mute which keeps you from simply turning on your system and listening to the source quickly.

Pros:Pretty clear sound- better value with the current rebate.

Cons:I put this in a Sony only system expecting greatness with the upgrade- I'm seriously thinking about putting my 15 year old unit back into the system- 7.1 isn't worth the bother compared with 5.1 that always decodes correctly and will run two zones without giving up the option for full surround in one of them. A very disappointing Sony product..

Solid but Slow

I selected this because of the great reviews, price point and because I needed a switcher for my HDMI devices. My old Yamaha didn't support video switching other than composite sources. The Sony GUI is esoteric at first but is not too complicated once you settle in. The unit performs well, integrates with my Wifi setup easily and plays tunes from the iPod well e4nough. Only complaint is that switching between sources taks 7 to 10 seconds and it feels like forever.

Sony Str-dn1030 great

Love this receiver. Besides not having a powered 2nd zone everything is great. Great video processing and great crisp sound. Dialogue comes in clear and the wireless feature is great. I would have given this 5 star if not for the it not having the 2nd powered zone. I would highly recommend this product. The staff at Crutchfield is the cherry on top. They are friendly and helpful.

Sony STR-DM1030

I'm just a standard user. Setup was simple, my old receiver blew the subwoofer and one speaker feed so obviously my sound got a whole lot better. I like the short cut keys to my other equipt. I also set up all the auto settings

Pros:the short cut keys and the auto sound adjustments

Cons:it takes a long time to get the TV to turn on and it will blink on and off 2 o 3 times and then come on. That's it so for

Sony str-dn 1030

Very difficult to install,coupled with problem with GUI range . However when the kinks were ironed out it worked very well,the delay in the handshake process soon worked it's way to almost no delay.too say I 'm fully satisfied would not be true,this unit has other issues.headphone jack cuts out while using often,must restart and boot up.prefer denon soon to go back!

Very happy with Sony and this receiver

I am very happy with this receiver and Sony products, thus far. This was to replace an entry level mid-1990's Kenwood receiver. I chose the STR-DN1030 primarily because of the Networking & Airplay features. I am aware there are other brands with better review and specs, but this fit my budget and needs. I have it attached to a Vizio Plasma, PS3, Wii, Scientific Atlanta DVR, Sony center speaker CN-5000, Sony SSF-7000 main speakers and a Velodyne VX-11 subwoofer. I found the audio to be much better than my previous speaker. By just replacing with the Sony receiver and setting up the auto calibration the sound was profoundly much better. I found the dialogue in movies to be much clearer. Airplay has been a good feature with my iPod Touch to stream Pandora and I Heart Radio. The sound is great through Airplay. I was having problems with HDMI hand-shaking between the receiver and my DVR. I was aware that it was due to a bad HDMI connector on my DVR, so I went with component video cables and an optical audio out. In addition, switching TV channels with the component cable through the receiver to the TV was taking an unusual amount of time (5+ sec.). The fix for this was to change the video output of my DVR to only 720 and not selecting it to output 720 or 1080. By doing this, the delay between switching TV channels was acceptable. I have the receiver hard wired to my wireless router. Only used for firmware updating, thus far. The GUI is very basic, but is sufficient

Pros:Price, value, Number of HDMI ports. Once adequately set up, it took some trial and error because this is my first receiver in 10+ years, I am very satisfied. Airplay has proven to be a great feature because it is integrated into the receiver. I am aware that there are add-ons that can be used with other receivers to get the same results, but I only have so may electrical sockets.

Cons:GUI, Sony haters, Supplied remote does not control PS3. I bought a Harmony PS3 adapter in conjunction with a Harmony 300 I currently have. Now one remote controls the receiver, PS3, TV and DVR.

Sony STR-DN1030

Written By Brian, Boca Raton ,FL on Tuesday, December 25, 2012

The Sony STR-DN1030 sounds great once you set it up. This is what I call my first "Smart" Stereo receiver. It has network capabilities , links up to my internet modem, blue tooth and all works great. There is a 5 second delay when power goes and and sound and display turn on, but this is minor. The set up for the speaker system to calibrate the surround sound is pretty cool and actually works well.

Pros:Great value and great sound come out of this system. Crutchfield was available on the phone to help me with my set up questions and answered all my questions. Like these easy HDMI connections and the front usb port and audio visual connections in the front of the system to connect my video player and Iphone very easily. This system can be updated via the internet if Sony hopefully chooses to speed up the GUI display and its reliability

Cons:The speaker connections a little flimsy , cheap plastic and difficult to use when attaching and filling all the speaker outlets. Its easier to attach banana plug adapters to all your cables and just plug them in. The instructions and remote are not the easiest to use when programing your system . The GUI display shows up on the TV and then it doesn"t ?? . Hope Sony Updates this .The instructions on connecting to your modem and operating
your remote can be improved.

Disappointed with network, GUI

Written By DBCPrime, Connecticut on Saturday, December 22, 2012

The receiver does not recognize playlists although the user manual and GUI would lead you to believe it does. After hours with Sony's tech support, they finally admitted that playlists don't work. The whole reason I bought the receiver was to play music from my home network server. This feature is practically useless without playlists. Also, the GUI is very primitive -- you'll like it only if you just woke up from the 1980's.

Pros:Price

Cons:Network and USB connections are useless without playlists, GUI is really bad.

Sony STR-DN1030

This reciever is simply amazing. Sounds fantastic. I was worried about the HDMI swithing (on any brand) but it does fine. Takes about 5 seconds. It was a fairly simple set up just so many features that I havent made it through them all. Love the GUI interface and the sound optimizng feature works great. I have a 16x21 room with 5 Bose cube speakers and a seperate powered Yamaha subwoofer. the ceiling peaks at 25 feet and it adjusted the sound perfectly and with no base traps everything is crystal clear.

Great features with a few big caveats

I bought this Sony to replace a previous Sony 5.1 receiver that was over 10 years old and bit the dust due to a lightning strike. First impression on taking the STRDN1030 out of the box was that it was a bit lighter than the previous, older Sony. An old wise man once told me that the way you gauge the quality of an amplifier is weight: the heavier the better. So, I was already "on guard" but assumed that 10 years of progress in design might have made a better and yet lighter amplifier. This unit is powering the exact same speakers that the previous 500watt max receiver powered for 10 years without EVER shutting down due to overheating, in the SAME, well-ventilated cabinet. Sadly, this 1000+ watt rated unit routinely shuts down if I run it for about 20 minutes at anything near or over 50% volume level, which is robust but far from too loud. This is unacceptable and will be going back. From what I understand from Sony is that since they are having trouble filling orders for this unit, that spare parts DO NOT EXIST and you will have a lengthy wait for repairs. Now, IF you will NEVER run this receiver at higher volume levels for more than a few songs, you might be perfectly ok with its performance. It does have good sound quality and the sound optimizer and APM (as well as other features) work as advertised. AND if you ONLY use it as a home theater unit where you will keep the volume levels at typical theater levels, then you will probably be perfectly satisfied.

Pros:Great sound reproduction for Home Theater use IF you stay at LOWER volume levels. Bluetooth and network functions are nice touches, all built in, no "dongles".

Cons:Amplifier routinely overheats and shuts down after a few minutes at 50% or higher volume levels. Evidently this is not a heavy-duty unit. On screen GUI mode is PATHETIC.

Very good prodcut

This is a solid product. The sound is great and the image solid. The menus are not that great. Also, it is very slow when switching inputs. That last point keeps it from getting a 5 stars for me. The wi-fi capability is awesome but the updates are so slllllooooowwww. Finally, it has two component inputs, something I needed. Most input are assignable so you can mix and match to your particular set-up. If you are looking for a solid no hassle all around amp, this is it. One more thing, when will receiver manufacturers figure out to use the space they have to make better speaker connectors that someone with big fingers can use easily....

Great sound!

Pros:Powerful and full of great features but most important is the great sound of the system. Not all audio receivers sounds the same. There are other receivers that has great features and has great reviews base on features but fail to deliver powerful and good sound. This receiver has great features and great powerfull sound for the price.

Cons:There are two features that are missing in this model. The ability to increase the volume in the center channel and the ability to turn speakers A, B or A+B.